Afternoon wondering if there's a procedure for releasing parking brakes. Bought machine with a locked up engine looks like rod damage. Ordered a repower experts Kohler engine but I need to unload it off tow truck tomorrow afternoon. I had to drag it up to load it today.
The actual brake is the center pedal. It just needs to be pressed down with the heel to release it.
However, you probably want to know how to tow the machine when the brake is off.
The wheels will not turn because the fluid in the motors can not move because the valves are closed. I never tried on my 742B but I do know that on some older machine you can put the drive levers in the direction you want to go and that will allow the wheels to turn. Either have someone in the machine or use straps to hold the levers.
If this does not work, then the other option is remove the hoses from the motors. Just make sure the get everything clean and cap/plug off the hoses. Do not cap/plug the motors because this will cause the fluid to lock them up. Also, be prepared for oil to come out of the motors when you move the machine. I would sudgest putting garbage bags over the motors to contain the oil and keep dirt out of them.
Bobcat used to sell a tow kit tool. This was actually a bypass valve that replaced the drive valve to let the fluid flow freely for towing. The tool is no longer available.
One other option is to find yourself an old car hood from something like a Catillac and use it like a sled to drag the machine.
If you only need to get it off the tow truck (flatbed I assume), dish soap under the tires will allow it to slide off. Or, you can chain it to something sturdy and the truck can drive out from under it.
